Principal Project Manager
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Principal Project Manager to join our Transport team in Sydney, leading the delivery of major Transport Infrastructure projects, including TfNSW projects. In this role, you will be accountable for the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects across the full project lifecycle, while fostering strong client relationships and leading highperforming project teams. You will also play a key role in mentoring project managers and contributing to business development activities.
Our current and upcoming work includes:
Interchange upgrades and road network upgrades
Road network upgrades
DRFA works
Projects span all key phases including - Options Analysis, Business Case, Preliminary Design, Detailed Design, IFC and Construction Support.
Day to day tasks would involve:
Lead and deliver complex Transport Infrastructure projects
Manage client relationships, particularly with Transport for NSW, ensuring outcomes meet scope, quality, time and cost expectations
Oversee project setup, resourcing, financial performance, risk, reporting and governance
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across design and construction support phases
Support pursuits, proposals, and crossselling opportunities across transport and infrastructure markets
Coach and mentor project managers and contribute to continuous improvement in project delivery
To be successful for this role you'll need:
Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management or similar
15 years' experience delivering complex projects within a consulting environment
Strong Transport Infrastructure experience, ideally including roads, rail and major civil works
Demonstrated previous experience delivering for TfNSW (essential)
Proven ability to manage large, complex project budgets, programs and risks
Excellent stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
Professional Memberships
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
Service Recognition Awards
Employee Assistance Program
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.
Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Culture
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
How to apply
If this position is of interest, submit your application online.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
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